1992 BMW 540 vs. 1992 Mercury Villager
To start off, both 1992 BMW 540 and 1992 Mercury Villager were released in the same year (1992). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 BMW 540 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 540 (282 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1992 Mercury Villager. (149 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 540 should accelerate faster than 1992 Mercury Villager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Mercury Villager weights approximately 79 kg more than 1992 BMW 540.
Because 1992 BMW 540 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1992 BMW 540. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Mercury Villager, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control.
Compare all specifications:
1992 BMW 540 | 1992 Mercury Villager | |
Make | BMW | Mercury |
Model | 540 | Villager |
Year Released | 1992 | 1992 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3982 cc | 2960 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 149 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1721 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2860 mm |